South Korea
Kolmar Korea develops hybrid composite sunscreen technology
Kolmar Korea develops hybrid composite sunscreen technology
This improves long UVA blocking efficiency by 24.8%
4 hours ago
Amorepacific, BASF partner to launch new technology to fight skin aging
It aims to meet the demand for deeper UV protection.
5 days ago
South Koreans cut back spending amidst political uncertainty
Generation MZ is now a major force in the consumer market.
Olive Young rolls out multilingual personal shopper service in Gangnam
It will be available on a trial basis until 31 March.
K-beauty brand ANUA partners with Ulta Beauty to expand in US
It is now available in 1,400 Ulta stores nationwide.
Korea’s CJ Olive Young expands to US
The move is part of its global expansion strategy.
‘K-beauty’ takes over skincare world
Products with natural Korean ingredients are in high demand in China and the US.
South Korea's Lotte Wellfood expands India operations with new plant
The company plans to increase production lines from nine to 16 by 2028.
Korea retail sales up 8.2% in 2024
Offline sales saw a modest 2% rise.
K-beauty platform hwahae global site reaches 100,000 users in 2 months
It also plans to launch a Japanese version of the site this year.
South Korea’s retail sector up 8% in November 2024
Online retail sales increased by 11.8%.
Gen MZ drives South Korea’s second-hand luxury boom
This shift is driven primarily by younger generations.
South Korea e-commerce market to hit $126b in 2024
It was attributed to consumer trust and innovation.
Starbucks Korea opens high-tech store in Seoul
Its first reserve-only branch features AR art installations and a Mixology Bar.
Birkenstock takes over direct distribution in South Korea
It will be via its newly launched online shop.
Korea retail sales increase 9.2% in August
It was led by strong online growth.
South Korean duty-free retailers revamp loyalty programme strategies post-pandemic
Brands are moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach.